Emerson’s Limited Edition Southern Clam Stout 6% 500ml $9
I’ve tasted oyster stouts but never a clam stout, this one however is dark and inky with a foamy, coffee-creme coloured head. On the nose it’s distinctly marmitey with a hint of dried kelp and salty seafood notes. In the mouth it’s intense, with charred, iodine-like smoked seafoody flavours and earthy bitter characters. Like my dad used to say – “this’ll put hairs on ya chest”… Buy from selected supermarkets and liquor outlets or online at www.emersons.co.nz
